Sr. Research Associate - Analytical

UPL Limited (NSE: UPL & BSE: 512070, LSE: UPLL) is a global provider of sustainable agriculture products and solutions, with annual revenue exceeding $6bn. We are a purpose-led company. Through OpenAg®, UPL is focused on accelerating progress for the food system. We are building a network that is reimagining sustainability, redefining the way an entire industry thinks and works – open to fresh ideas, innovation, and new answers as we strive towards our mission to make every single food product more sustainable. As one of the largest agriculture solutions companies worldwide, our robust portfolio consists of biologicals and traditional crop protection solutions with more than 14,000 registrations. We are present in more than 130 countries, represented by more than 10,000 colleagues globally. For more information about our integrated portfolio of solutions across the food value chain including seeds, post-harvest, as well as physical and digital services, please visit upl-ltd.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Purpose of the Position:

Responsible to perform various analytical activities and develop solution for basic technical problems.

Responsibilities:

(1) To conduct analysis such as GC, HPLC, Wet Chemistry, GC-MS, LC-MS, FTIR, UV-Vis, DSC, Particle Size Analyzer, Viscosity, Density etc.

(2) To maintain Analytical Lab note books, procedures, documents and records

(3) To maintain laboratory and work place as per norms

(4) To maintain ISO 17025 and ISO 9001 management systems

(5) To work safely and maintain housekeeping of the lab

(6) To work in shifts as per requirement of the job

(7) Implement SOP for the storage of analytical standards and reference samples at Thane under required conditions and maintain a database

Required Qualifications & Experience:

Education: M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry

3-7 yrs experience in Analytical Chemistry in R&D, preferably in Agrochemical Industry

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Strategic Planning and Analysis – Ability to initiate and work on multiple projects. Must have foresight and take the initiative to plan out, manage and accomplish necessary tasks.
• Technical Skills – Attention to detail and ability to consistently and accurately manage multi tasks is required. Comfortable working with laboratory chemicals and reagents. Basic computer knowledge (Excel, Word, Outlook) is required.
• Interpersonal Skills – Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions. Fluent in English.
• Teamwork – Good communicator and team player with a positive attitude and excellent people management skills. Ability to work in a team setting.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Accountable for decisions made within the scope of responsibility, with the focus on meeting established short term and long-term goals and objectives.
• Professionalism – Highly self-motivated individual, possessing strong organizational skills. Results oriented. Deadline focused and motivated.
• Adaptability – Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Comfortable with fast-paced, challenging environment. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
  Dependability – Self-directed, with the ability to work independently, as well as within groups.

We are one team, for maximum impact. One team with shared goals. We all play for the team and no one plays against the team. We have a laser-like focus on what our customers need and want, on anticipating their future needs and on how we can create innovative solutions and experiences for them.

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